Along this section of Forest Avenue, between Richmond Avenue and Niagara Street in particular, there are roughly 4,250 residents (American Community Survey 5-year; 2015-2019). Four different bus routes also pass through this area, and serve over 200 average daily passengers from this neighborhood (American Community Survey 5-year; 2015-2019). Based on counts conducted by GObike Buffalo in fall 2021, 230 pedestrians and bicyclists utilize this corridor every day.
However, between 2015 - 2019 (American Community Survey), approximately 18 pedestrians were hit by cars, one pedestrian was killed, and 18 bicyclists were also hit by cars.
By making this section of Forest Avenue more accessible and safe to pedestrians and bicyclists alike, this partnership with the City of Buffalo will create better connections between neighborhoods and business districts, and improve health and safety for its residents and visitors.
In these early planning stages, we're seeking your input to inform the project—outlined in the questions below.
